angora rabbit, angora wool, angora yarn, angora fiber for handspinning

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about the angora yarn we craft by hand spinning angora wool fibers from our angora rabbits.

The angora rabbit

Spinning angora fibers

Knitting, weaving, crocheting, dyeing

Properties of the angora rabbit wool

How much angora yarn for hats, mittens, socks, caps, scarfs, sweaters...?

Comparative prices of angora handspun yarn

The Angora Rabbit

Nature provides the Angora Rabbit with a coat that sheds or molts periodically. This coat is easily removed by plucking when "ripe", with no damage to the rabbit, or may be sheared with electric clippers, or clipped with scissors.

Unlike commercial angora we use only plucked angora which ensures that the length of the angora fiber is significant enough to stay part of the yarn and not shed. We also spinn it fine with high twist to eliminate shedding, and for a terrific fur looking, no machine spinning can yield!

Spinning Angora Fibers

Knitting, Weaving or Crocheting Angora Yarn

Is easy, as the nap doesn't appear until after the finished project is handled. Angora has all the qualities one could ask for. It is soft, strong, durable, comes in a large variety of colors, is lightweight, makes a fine yarn, takes dye readily, and has a natural downy nap.

Angora Rabbit Wool

Is softer, finer, and seven times warmer than sheep's wool. A natural fiber, it breathes, allowing body moisture to escape, keeping the wearer dry, as well as warm. It is ideal for baby garments, winter underwear, sweaters, hats, scarves, and mittens. Many people who find sheep's wool too irritable and scratchy, find Angora wool a beautiful alternative for warmth and comfort.

Clothing articles made from Angora Wool are very durable and may be easily washed by hand in warm water with a mild soap and air dried.

Our 100% Angora two-ply hand spun yarn comes from our bunnies in natural white, and we also dye it as you can see if you click here

Angora Yarn for Hats, Mittens, Socks, Caps, Scarfs, Sweaters, Knitting Designs...

1 pound is 9 skeins, enough for a small size 100% angora sweater; hats a little more than one 50 gram skein, mittens 1 to 2 skeins; scarf 2-3 skeins.

GAUGE:

Our Angora Yarn is aproximatly 70 yards in a 50 gram skein (1 3/4 oz).

With a size #10 needle (U.S.) the gauge is 7 st.=2 inches; with a size #8 needle 4 st.= 1 inch and with a #7 needle 9st.=2 inches; all U.S. size needles.

"The pile is so very thick -over two inches high and slides like water over the skin. I would use no smaller needle than a #7. Lace patterns may give a bigger gauge." Karen Maguire, an experienced knit designer using our angora yarn.

We will send 50 gram angora yarn balls to anywhere in this Global Village, from Chile, by registered airmail, at the best prices. Our prices include shipping & handling.

A little weight of yarn can go a long way, too. USE ANGORA FOR SPECIAL TRIMS, DETAIL WORK, or spoil yourself with the sensuous feel of a 100% angora sweater. A true experience...

Prices for Angora in the United States

Angora of our quality usually sells in the United States for no less than $ 15.00 oz or $ 26.50 for 50 grams plus shipping and handling expenses.

Our Special Price For 100% Prime Angora Handspun Yarn,

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Now you may buy enough 50 gram balls for a knitting, crocheting or weaving project at only $17.20 - each, for natural white color, and $18.70 for each dyed ball (see colors). You are sure to get at least 50% extra if not more for the same money.

Delivery to your home by registered airmail usually in 7 to 12 days. To buy paying with Credit Cards please click on the prices above. You can also e-mail us and send a money order (for faster delivery), or your check issued to the order of Humberto del Pozo; addressed to: Marchant Pereira 1921 Dpto 1103, Providencia, Santiago, Chile.